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The glands probably work but the rabbit’s own scent will have changed to an extent.

Neutered rabbits certainly keep chinning stuff. If you have two neutered rabbits living separately and you have them change places (common in pre-bonding), the rabbits will chin the other bun’s stuff. Then when you put them back in their normal places, they will…[Read more]

I think the logic surrounding the extra protein is that senior buns can have trouble keeping weight on, so extra protein may help them maintain. And yes, turmeric and ginger are anti-inflammatory, which isn’t a bad thing for senior buns. There are supplements available though too, so you could give those things to them that way.

Thanks for the response. I haven’t heard that about bioavailability but I have heard that compressed pellets are more of a choking risk. They really like what they’re on so I think I’ll stick with it for now then.

Some say that extruded pellets are better bc the nutrients are more biologically available in that type pellets. Oxbow are compressed pellets. I dont know which type is best, my rabbit savvy vet says any premium quality grass hay based pellet with a fiber content of at least 20% (insoluble) fiber is good. I use extruded pellets for my bun, but I…[Read more]

Binky free, Lola 💔

I’m so sorry you lost her.

how do i know when its time to let her go ?

i think she is experiencing negative side effects from the penicillin, she barely wants to eat only cheez its, blue berries , bananas, and thats pretty much it.

i have a visit w/ vet today to test for if shes indeed anemic and if she is not, they will prescribe fenbendazole. poor girl

I’m glad she’s eating a bit more! I would keep up the critical care, especially if she’s eating it willingly (my senior hated critical care but loved Emeraid!). I’m sure you’ll get a better idea of where she’s at once she’s done with her antibiotics.